Treatment with acupuncture is a safe and effective way to treat many different types of pain. It has been found to be highly effective for pain caused by various ailments, including back pain, knee pain, myofascial pain, and even headaches. The effectiveness of acupuncture is evident in the many studies that have been done, and it is also now covered by many insurance providers.

Research quality

To evaluate the quality of the research quality, researchers looked at the number of published studies. They checked whether the research used appropriate statistical tests, and they also consulted statisticians. Published studies must also be peer-reviewed by an external expert. Generally, peer-reviewed research is of higher quality.

Nevertheless, some research quality issues were noted. One of these issues is poor reporting. In addition, some studies may not be of high quality, and they have poor methods and outcomes. In other words, the studies may not provide good evidence to justify the use of acupuncture for MCI. Despite these limitations, acupuncture may still be an effective treatment option. However, future studies need to improve their methodology and follow strict design principles to improve their results.

Contraindications

There are several contraindications to treatment with acupuncture. These include being pregnant or breastfeeding, suffering from severe allergies, or being on certain medications. Acupuncture is safe when performed by a trained practitioner. It is effective in treating a range of ailments, including certain cancers. However, there are some precautions. Pregnancy is contraindicated for certain points, and the procedure is contraindicated during certain medical conditions, such as osteoporosis.

Although most of the contraindications are based on clinical studies or anatomical knowledge, there are still some exceptions. For example, acupuncture treatment at certain acupoints can cause injury to certain organs or tissues. This is why it is essential for doctors to be very careful in acupoint selection and manipulation.

Side effects

There are some potential side effects of acupuncture treatment for schizophrenia. However, these have been minimized. Moreover, acupuncture has been shown to improve sleep patterns and relieve cognitive symptoms in people with schizophrenia. However, further studies are needed to determine the long-term benefits of acupuncture treatment for schizophrenia.

The side effects of acupuncture treatment are often mild and temporary. In most cases, patients report feeling energized and relaxed after treatment. In addition, they report improved digestion, better sleep, and increased mental clarity. But, in some rare cases, patients may experience a temporary worsening of their symptoms or new ones.

Journals cited for acupuncture treatment

The number of journal articles citing acupuncture treatment has increased steadily over the years. The top five most-cited journals are Pain, Anesthesiology, British Journal of Anaesthesia, and Acupuncture in Medicine. The largest number of publications has been from Kyung Hee University and China. In terms of number of articles cited, Lee MS, Liang FR, and MacPherson H were the most productive authors. Combined, these authors published over 4,200 papers.

Besides original articles, the Journal of Acupuncture Research publishes review articles and editorials. Its scope is international and covers the developing specialty of medical acupuncture. It also welcomes articles related to policy, ethics, and law. The journal adheres to the STRICTA 2010 guidelines and has a word limit of five citations per article. The length of a review article varies, but it's typically one paragraph. The length of an abstract is around 200 words, while the main body of the article is more than six thousand words. It should include references and figures.